City of Boca Raton - Tentative Budget Meeting 09.08.2026

The City of Boca Raton held a tentative budget hearing on September 8, 2026, to discuss the proposed fiscal year 2026-2027 budget, millage rates, and related financial matters. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of the proposed millage rate of 3.6639 mills, which is slightly lower than the previous year, and the adoption of a fire services assessment fee schedule with some increases, particularly for residential properties. The council also reviewed a six-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with funding allocations for infrastructure projects, including water and sewer improvements, railroad crossings, and park enhancements. Additionally, the council considered amendments to the municipal facilities and services user fee schedule, proposing increases in various department fees such as planning and zoning, police services, recreation, and parking to better align with service costs and market competitiveness. Motions to adopt resolutions related to the tentative budget, millage rates, fire service assessments, and user fee schedule were passed unanimously with four votes to zero. Discussions also addressed the impact of recent state legislation on property tax rates and the need for future policy considerations depending on the outcome of a November ballot measure.